Larry James Shoemaker
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A Celebration of Life for Larry James Shoemaker, 77, Eudora, KS will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 10, 2023, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence, KS.
Larry was born on September 7, 1945, in Mulberry, KS, the son of Lionel George and Violet Maxine (Willey) Shoemaker.
He was a Steel Worker for Smith & Loveless. He was a hard worker and provided for his family. He was Instilled with good work ethics. He was very proud of his family and loved them very much. He enjoyed sports especially the Kansas City Chiefs and KU Jayhawk basketball.
He married Starr Wilson on August 18, 1966, in Girard, KS. She survives at home.
Other survivors include his children, Kim Shoemaker, Tresa (John) Richardson, siblings, Lionel Eugene Shoemaker, Louis Leon Shoemaker, George (Donna) Shoemaker, Mary Shoemaker, four grandchildren, Tarin Allen, Aaron (Mandy) Shockley, Randy (Amy) Shoemaker, Taylor (Leonard) Kessler, and ten great-grandchildren.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, son, James Daniel Shoemaker, brother, Danny Shoemaker, two grandchildren, Ashley DaManis, and Brian Shockley.
Memorial contributions may be made in Larry’s name to a Charity of Donor’s Choice and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Sending prayers to all of the family especially to Starr
So very sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. May you find comfort in your years of memories and may your family surround you with love during this time. ❤️
My prayers and thoughts are with you Starr.. May God bless and watch over you and your family..🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💕
So sorry for loss. Sending my thoughts and prayers to all the family.
For 35 years we have shared children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We were together at birthday parties, school events, sports activities and family gatherings. Words just can’t express our sorrow at losing a family member.
George, Donna, and Amy, our family sends you condolences fir the loss of your family member. We are keeping you in our prayers
Starr we’re so sorry for your loss. Know that your girls and all the Shoemakers will be there for you. You and Larry have had an amazing life and family that cherished you both.
Thinking of you and your kids, grandkids and the rest of the wonderful Shoemaker family.
Love to all. He will be missed.
Lee and Nancy Dale ❤️
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers, hugs, love and strength especially to George, Donna, and Amy.
Starr, Kim, Tresa, Randy, Amy, holding you all close in my heart.
Very saddened with this news. Many good memories come flooding back and may you gain strength and comfort from all the thoughts and prayers to the entire family!
Kim and family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I know this hard, I lost my dad just 2 years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Starr and family. So very sorry for your loss. Larry was a special man and will be missed. He made many memories for all of us. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love ❤️ to all of the Shoemaker family. Randy and Mary.
Kim and Tresa so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed talking and spending time with your father even though it hasn’t been recently. He was a great man. Thoughts and prayers for the family
Tresa, Kim & Starr,
My sincerest condolences to all. I have wonderful memories of Larry and growing-up in his home! I will remember his smile and his contagious laugh! My heart breaks for your entire family as I know he loved you all so very much and your love for him was just the same! It’s hard to lose someone you love and adore that much!
Many and big hugs, my friends/growing-up family!
Starr so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.